Just be brave and never give up!
Having been conducting my workshops for almost 2.5 years (time flies!), I always, ALWAYS encounter the fact that almost all participants, with very rare exceptions, are initially afraid to start painting something of their own. They want clear step-by-step instructions “like in your picture”. And I understand them – after all, in front of you is silk (not a sheet of paper or even canvas) and liquid paints that spread. And also salt, alcohol… And a great fear of spoiling everything, even before starting – because many of them are not even used to drawing, let alone on silk. And a huge lack of self-confidence, thinking that nothing can be spoiled, only embellished, add your own twist, your own taste.
But I am relentless here – only your own! The picture is just a sample that you can rely on at the initial stage if it’s easier. And then – explore yourself, look inside, don’t be afraid, just move forward and it will definitely be beautiful! According to your definition of beautiful!
For me, making art is the simplest and safest way to face my fears, get to know them, and go through them. Take a step towards yourself. And then apply these patterns in life, in more complex situations.
Yesterday at the workshop at Weston Public Library, we all went through this again, and I joyfully watched how the field around us changed, how space began to glow.
And this morning I received such feedback, which once again gives me support – I’m doing everything right, on my own path!
“Dear Lidia,
I just want to say Thank You for a wonderful class of painting on silk last night in Weston. I loved that you gave clear instructions, but also allowed each of us to express the landscape in our own way. And what an amazing array of different paintings in our class!! Fabulous! Thank you so much for a really enjoyable class! I’d love to do a Batik Workshop sometime!
With gratitude, CL”
And this is my personal happiness and joy!
Experience Art. Experience Creativity. Experience Happiness.
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